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Burdock is an unassuming looking thistle, but it’s packed full of useful traits. Burdock is native to Eurasia but is now common throughout North America and many other places throughout the world. It’s kind of more of a weed than a plant that you would want in your garden. Still, it may be useful to […]

Yarrow may not be the best looking, but it’s a must have in any herbal remedy garden. Yarrow isn’t exactly rare, in the places it’s native to it grows so well it’s usually considered just another weed. It has an unmistakable yet oddly indescribable scent, and it’s essential oil is used in aromatherapy to calm. […]

A fast growing, easy to grow plant with very large leaves. Unfortunately, Butterbur is toxic until it has been processed to remove the toxin. The butterbur plant is a very beautiful plant with enormous leaves (up to 12 inches across) and bright pink flowers. Even though tea and herbal supplements are made from butter bur […]

There are two completely different plants called “HoneyBush” Find everything you need to know about both here. Varieties: Honeybush (Melianthus) This beautiful plant with the same name is toxic except to hummingbirds! But it’s exquisite beauty and fragrance make it a worthwhile addition to your garden. The African Honeybush: This plant is currently found most […]